In North Dakota, a divorce may granted if the plaintiff is a resident in good faith of North Dakota for at least 6 months before filing for divorce or before a divorce is granted. (North Dakota Statutes Title 14 Domestic Relations and Persons Chapter 5 Divorce Section 17) The divorce complaint should be filed in county district court.
While divorce may be common, when you go through it yourself, you still deserve dedicated, personal focus on your rights and unique situation. An experienced divorce lawyer can help you figure out the best way forward, explain the law, and represent you in court if it is ever necessary. Take the first step now and contact a local divorce attorney to discuss your divorce.